Apple has offered to let rivals access its tap-and-go mobile payments systems used for mobile wallets, three people familiar with the matter said, a move that could settle EU antitrust charges and stave off a possible hefty fine.
Apple offered to open up tap-and-go payments on the iPhone to settle EU antitrust case
A new report claims that Apple has offered to open up the NFC chip in the iPhone for payments rivals in the European Union.
It Wasn’t Just You: Apple Took Steps to Block Access to iMessage Using Fake Credentials
The blue bubble/green bubbles saga continues. Apple says it prevented iMessage access from Android apps masquerading as Apple credentials to protect customers.
Apple may lift NFC restrictions in Europe to escape antitrust fines
Apple is attempting to avoid a fine and ongoing legal battle with the European Union. The company is allegedly offering its rivals access to its Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology, used for tap-and-go payments,
Best gifts for Apple fans and iPhone, iPad and Mac owners
Looking for a great gift for the Apple lover in your life? We’ve picked out great ideas covering all budgets, even if it’s tight.
iPhone 16 rumours sound like the phone of the future
The iPhone 16 (as it will almost certainly be called) has already had plenty of speculation around it, including a potential big redesign to improve overheating performance. New rumours however from a renowned leaker sound slightly more futuristic.
Are refurbished phones good & should you buy one?
If you’re in need of an upgrade but don’t feel like risking hundreds on a second-hand ebay purchase, then you’ll be pleased to know that refurbished phones are a fantastic alternative. Not only do …
Apple Offers iPhone NFC Chip Access to Apple Pay Rivals in EU
Apple has offered to open up the iPhone near-field communication (NFC) system that Apple Pay uses to other payment services, in a possible effort
Apple Stock Outlook 2024: Challenges and Trends
Apple is eyeing a gradual market rebound tied to global trends such as “premiumization” in emerging markets while countering Chinese competition through strategic adaptations.
Best leather iPhone case & Apple Watch band
Apple doesn’t sell leather cases and accessories for its products as part of its environmental push. However, you still have options out there if you love the feel and appearance of leather on your iPhone and Apple Watch.
The Android app that lets you send blue-bubble texts to iPhone users is back after Apple shut it down — but there’s a catch
The Beeper Mini app, which lets Android users access iMessage, is back. But you need an Apple iCloud email.
iOS 17.2: Apple Suddenly Releases Urgent Update For All iPhone Users
The latest iPhone update has been much-anticipated. Here’s what’s in it, how to get it and why you should want to have it on your phone pronto.
Apple is focusing on 6G for a future iPhone
Apple’s recent listing for a Cellular Platform Architect to work on 6G technology raised some eyebrows from those wondering why is Apple already hiring for 6G, when it’s yet to get its 5G house in order.
Apple is set to stop selling two of its best products next year in major shakeup
Apple is making a confusing iPad lineup a lot clearer next year by discontinuing one of the most popular entry-level devices it sells, but it’s also set to kill off one of it’s most iconic Mac devices alongside it. The era of the M1 is almost over.
Apple Plans To Stop Attempts To Bring iMessage To Android
It sounds like Apple plans to put a stop to any third-party apps that try to make iMessage work outside of Apple’s ecosystem. On Tuesday, a new app called Beeper launched on Android. The app was the latest attempt to bring iMessage capabilities to Android users making their messages come through to friends as if they were sent from an iPhone rather than an Android device.
Apple shuts down app that let Android users send blue-bubble texts to iPhones
Sorry Android users, it looks like the dreaded iPhone green text bubbles are here to stay for now. Apple has blocked an app that lets Android users send blue-bubble texts to iPhones, calling it a security and privacy threat.
Wedbush’s Dan Ives says Apple will be valued at $4 trillion next year
Ives’s latest upgrade on Apple has made him the most bullish Apple analyst out there — the average analyst price target, according to TipRanks, is $202.32, with a high of $240 and a low of $150. Indeed, not all analysts are quite so bullish on the stock.